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Motorcoachby Lexi TuckerOctober 28, 2021

In This Together: How Motorcoach Associations Have Stepped Up and Helped Out

The heads of the American Bus Association and United Motorcoach Association weigh in on how banding together has made it possible for the industry to survive the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Zero Emissionsby Cliff HenkeOctober 22, 2021

The Zero Emission Revolution Has Only Begun

Many layers of implications and factors, some of which are outside the control of transit agencies, must be considered as the industry reaches for its “moon shot.” Here are six of the "Battles" that will grow larger.

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Paratransitby Todd MouwOctober 18, 2021

Washington Agencies Lower Emissions, Costs with Propane Autogas

With a goal to lower their emissions and total operating costs, Washington state’s Kitsap Transit and the Whatcom Transportation Authority sought an alternative fuel solution for their paratransit shuttles.

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Managementby W.C. PihlOctober 14, 2021

An International Case Study: When Private and Public Sectors Work Together, Great Things are Possible

Leveraging knowledge, solid experience, capacity to innovate, and proven collaboration skills are just a few of the key factors when determining whether a partnership model could improve the ability of delivering an outstanding community transportation system.

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Motorcoachby Lexi TuckerOctober 11, 2021

Motorcoach Operators Grow Through Pandemic Challenges

When travel stops, buses don’t move. Discover how motorcoach operations were able to stay afloat during the COVID-19 crisis.

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Managementby James GoochOctober 7, 2021

Questions to Ask When Selecting Your Next Fare Payment Supplier

From “how do you want the system deployed” to “how many journeys and fares are they processing through their platform,” here are 10 things to consider before taking the proverbial plunge.

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Technologyby Scott Belcher, Terri Belcher, and Brandon ThomasOctober 4, 2021

Cybersecurity and Transit: What Transit Agencies Need to Know About Cyber Risk

Between June 2020 and June 2021, the transportation industry witnessed a 186% increase in weekly ransomware attacks. As such, it is even more imperative that transit operators treat cybersecurity with the same seriousness as physical operational security.

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Managementby Matthew W. DausSeptember 30, 2021

Should My Transportation Company Mandate and Promote Driver Vaccines?

Every transportation company, regardless of size, should determine whether it is in the company’s best interest to mandate vaccines for their drivers.

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Motorcoachby StaffSeptember 20, 2021

Best Tours & Travel Reopens Strong After Tireless 2020 Keeping Customers, Lawmakers, and A Changing Traveling Public Close to Its Business

Best Tours & Travel’s recent reopening saw sellout tours and a continuing recovery in their private charter operations thanks to nonstop outreach throughout 2020’s shutdown months, which continues today.

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Technologyby Alex RomanSeptember 16, 2021

The Latest Software and Telematics Products

These products can also help enhance the customer experience through next-bus arrival info, trip-planning, and fare payment. Visit our suppliers’ websites for even more information.

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